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Old 09-06-2016, 04:10 PM   #666 (permalink)
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buy a Micra instead of an RV?
Canadian Nissan Micra (1.6L 109 hp) isn't officially rated for towing.

Here's one that did a cross-country trip this summer pulling a Lees-Ure-Lite tent trailer & supplies.





Micra road trip: BC to NFLD (ultralight tent trailer) - Micra-Forum.com)
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